Sri Lanka Women’s tour of West Indies : Schedule announced
The Sri Lanka National Women’s Team will tour the West Indies during February–March 2026. According to a Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) statement, the team will engage in a three-match ODI series and a three-match T20I series. The tour will begin…
Shiranthi seeks two-week extension to appear before FCID
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s wife, Shiranthi Rajapaksa, has informed the Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) that she is unable to appear today (27) due to personal reasons. According to the Police, the notification was made in writing through her…
Nearly 39% of youth aged 10–24 suffer mental stress
Nearly 39% of Sri Lanka’s youth aged between 10 and 24 suffer from mental stress, the head of the country’s leading mental health institution said on Monday (26). Dr. Dhammika Alahapperuma, director of the National Institute of Mental Health, disclosed…
Afternoon showers expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
The Department of Meteorology says afternoon showers are expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today, after 02.00 pm. A few showers may occur in the North-central and Eastern provinces. Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in…
Rs. 4.1 million bribes collected in a single week at RMV branch : CIABOC DG
Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) Ranga Dissanayake, warned that bribery remains deeply entrenched in government offices, pointing to a recent incident at the Department of Motor Vehicles as an example of how…
Pakistan delays decision on T20 World Cup participation
Pakistan has deferred a decision on whether to participate in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with a final call expected either on Friday or early next week, Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi said. Speaking to reporters, Naqvi…
Sri Lanka’s Export Performance Exceeded US$ 17.2 Billion in 2025
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued its positive growth momentum in 2025, recording a notable y-o-y growth of 5.6 %. Based on Sri Lanka Customs statistics and estimated export figures for Gems and Jewellery, Petroleum Products, and services, total export earnings…
Sri Lanka records 1,375 road accidents in first 25 days of 2026
Sri Lanka recorded 1,375 road accidents in the first 25 days of 2026, with 147 fatal crashes claiming the lives of 155 people, police said, highlighting ongoing concerns over road safety in the country. Deputy Inspector General of Police in…
ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 – Points Table
Afghanistan suffered their first defeat in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup losing against Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field first in Windhoek, Namibia. Their decision paid off as pacer Sethmika Seneviratne claimed the…
New coastal promenade project considered for Matara
Plans to develop a coastal promenade with viewing points from the Matara Rest House area to the Nilwala River estuary were discussed at the Matara Kadawatha Sathera Divisional Coordination Committee meeting. The meeting was chaired by Minister of Women and…